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CASTING METALS

CASTING METALS

"Using the right alloy is essential in achieving satisfactory casting results."Casting involves pouring liquid metal into a mold, which contains a hollow cavity of the desired shape, and then allowing it to cool and solidify. The solidified part is also known as a casting, which is ejected or broken out of the mold to complete the process.

Britannia Pewter was originally known as "Vickers White Metal". Britannia Alloy, the AC Casting Pewter alloy is an an excellent casting pewter that contains approximately 92% Tin, 7.75% Antimony and .25% Copper.

Warning: Melting lead and casting lead objects will expose you and others in the area to lead which is known to cause birth defects, other reproductive harm and cancer. See instructions on "Reducing Exposure" supplied with product.